Job Description

Intervention Teaching Assistant | BL6, Bolton

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in the BL6 area of Bolton.

This role would suit an education professional who enjoys working with individuals and small groups and helping pupils make progress. You will work closely with the class teacher to provide targeted support across literacy, numeracy and wider areas of learning.

Key responsibilities:

Delivering planned interventions to individuals and small groups particularly within phonics
Supporting pupils with reading, writing and mathematics
Reinforcing classroom learning
Providing 1:1 support where required
Monitoring pupil engagement and progress
Supporting pupils who require additional help
Working alongside teachers and the wider support team
Helping pupils develop independence and confidence
Preparing and organising learning resources
Promoting positive behaviour and safeguarding

We are looking for candidates who:

Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant, Education, Childcare or similar qualification OR
Have at least 6 months' experience working with children in the UK, professionally or voluntarily
Have strong communication and organisational skills
Are confident supporting individuals and small groups
Can build positive relationships with pupils
Are reliable, proactive and adaptable
Have a genuine passion for primary education

Tradewind Recruitment can offer: